Cinco De Mayo 2022: Restaurants With Specials In Alexandria

ALEXANDRIA, VA — Mexican food is practically a daily staple for locals at various restaurants around Alexandria.

And for those looking to toast Cinco de Mayo, with steals, deals and specials, there are ample opportunities at eateries around the city.

Cinco de Mayo this year falls on Thursday, May 5 — an annual celebration commemorating Mexico's 1862 victory over the French Empire at the Battle of Puebla.

Check our annual dining guide to see what some Mexican restaurants near you are offering. Or scroll through the photo slideshow at the top of this post to view the delectable dishes.

If you know of any other restaurants offering specials for Cinco de Mayo, leave a comment below or email emily.leayman@patch.com. We will update this article as we receive more specials.

Tequila & Taco: This restaurant in the Carlyle neighborhood will celebrate Cinco de Mayo all week. Wednesday features $8 nachos, and on May 5, the restaurant will open early at 9 a.m. with 5-cent margaritas until 10 a.m. That will be followed by an Outdoor Cinco Party from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. 540 John Carlyle Street, Alexandria, VA

Barkhaus: Bring your furry friend to Barkhaus for festivities with District Dogs and Chippin’. There will be a themed bingo night, prizes, and tacos for humans and dogs.Tickets are $10 for members and $15 for the public. 529 E. Howell Avenue, Alexandria, VA

Taqueria Picoso: On May 4 and 5, come for tacos, sides, family meals, and full bar. 1472 N Beauregard St, Alexandria, VA

American Legion Post 24: American Legion will host a Cinco de Mayo Party with beer, grilled food, sangria, live music and cornhole. Admission is a $10 donation. American Legion Post 24 Clubroom (behind City Hall), 400 Cameron Street, Alexandria, VA

Taqueria Poblano: There's no better time than Cinco de Mayo to stop at a top rated place for margaritas. 2400 Mt Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA

Don Taco: This King Street restaurant will have drink specials to pair with its tacos. 808 King St, Alexandria, VA

Urbano 116: Head to lower King Street for a Cinco de Mayo party at Urbano 116. 116 King St, Alexandria, VA

Los Tios Grill: This Del Ray restaurant offers patio seating along Mount Vernon Avenue. Reservations will not be taken for Cinco de Mayo. 2615 Mt Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA

Lena's Wood-Fired Pizza and Tap: For Cinco de Mayo, enjoy a sangria or the new Mezcalito cocktail at Lena's Beer Garden. Dogs are welcome, as Thursday also marks the Dog Days in Del Ray event. 401 E Braddock Rd, Alexandria, VA